Medicine Overview of Derminol Cream

Uses of Beclometasone Topical

Side effects of Beclometasone Topical

Common

Skin thinning, Contact dermatitis.

How to use Beclometasone Topical

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Derminol Cream works

Beclometasone topical belongs to the class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It acts by stopping the release of certain natural substances in body that are responsible for pain and swelling.

Uses of Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)

Side effects of Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)

Common

Burning sensation, Itching, Rash, Skin swelling, Skin redness.

How to use Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Derminol Cream works

Clioquinol belongs to a category of drugs called as hydroxyquinoline antifungal agents. It acts by interacting with DNA synthesis thus killing the fungi that are responsible for causing the infection. It may be combined with a steroid (to reduce inflammation) or an antibacterial agent (to reduce bacterial infection)..

Uses of Clotrimazole Topical

How to use Clotrimazole Topical

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Derminol Cream works

Clotrimazole topical stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Uses of Gentamicin Topical

Side effects of Gentamicin Topical

Common

Facial swelling, Allergic reaction, Itching, Skin redness.

How to use Gentamicin Topical

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Derminol Cream works

Gentamicin topical is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

In Depth Information on Derminol Cream

Expert advice for Beclometasone Topical

You may need to apply the cream under an airtight dressing for certain duration of therapy, as recommended by your doctor.
As per your doctor’s advice, if the cream is applied on the face then there is no need of the dressing as the face skin thins easily.
Do not mix with any other creams or ointments.
Inform your doctor if symptoms do not disappear after 2 to 4 weeks of applying the cream.
Exercise caution when used in children, as the treatment should not last for more than 5 days, unless instructed by your doctor.
Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Inform your doctor immediately in case you swallow the cream.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)

Inform your doctor if you are going to undergo thyroid or urine tests as it may interfere with test results.

Do not use the clioquinol for more than prescribed duration to avoid toxicity.

Clioquinol skin application may affect the results of thyroid function tests for iodine content and ferric chloride test of phenylketonuria.

Tell your doctor before using clioquinol if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Clotrimazole Topical

Do not use clotrimazole topical for vaginal infections if you are menstruating.

Do not take clotrimazole pessary by mouth. Avoid direct contact of cream or drops with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.

Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products while using clotrimazole for vaginal infections.

Avoid vaginal intercourse during treatment of vaginal infections.

Do not use the vaginal tablets in children younger than 16 years.

Tell your doctor if you have had two infections of fungal vaginitis in the last six months, history of sexually transmitted disease (STD) or exposed to a partner with STD, or have pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.

Tell your doctor before using clotrimazole, if you have any of the following symptoms: irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding, a blood-stained discharge, vulval or vaginal ulcers, blisters or sores, lower abdominal pain, fever or chills, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, or foul smelling vaginal discharge.

Seek immediate medical advice if symptoms do not relieve within a week of using vaginal cream or tablets, or infection recurs more than twice within six months.

Patients allergic to clotrimazole or other imidazole antifungal medications or any of its ingredients.

It should not given to patients who never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a doctor.

It should not take if patient is who have itching caused by a condition other than a yeast infection.

Expert advice for Gentamicin Topical

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if you develop irritation, sensitization or a superinfection

Avoid getting this medication into your eyes, nose and mouth. If this happens wash your face thoroughly with water.

Tell your doctor if you are suffering from inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media), kidney or liver problem, open wound or damaged skin.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

It should not take if patient is allergic to gentamicin or any of its ingredients.

Warnings

Special precautions for Derminol Cream

Alcohol

No interaction found

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Derminol Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

CAUTION

Derminol Cream should be used with caution during lactation.

Breast feeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

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Driving

Derminol Cream may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

patients should not drive or operate machinery until vision has cleared

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Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Dermino

l Cream in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Liver

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Frequently asked questions for Derminol Cream

Frequently asked questions for Beclometasone Topical

The duration should not be more than 4 weeks without consulting your doctor

Q. Is beclometasone topical safe?

Beclometasone topical is safe if used for the prescribed duration, at a prescribed dose as advised by your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)

Q. What is clioquinol cream used for?

Clioquinol cream is used for treating skin infections such as eczema (itchy skin), athlete's foot (ringworm infection, a fungal infection of the foot), jock itch (fungal infection of the groin area) and other ringworm infections.

Frequently asked questions for Clotrimazole Topical

Q. Is clotrimazole a steroid?

Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal medication and not a steroid.

Frequently asked questions for Gentamicin Topical

Q. Is gentamicin topical a macrolide, steroid or a sulfa drug?

Gentamicin topical does not contain sulfa and is not a macrolide, or steroidal drug. It is a broad spectrum aminoglycoside

Q. Does gentamicin topical cause hearing loss or burn?

Yes gentamicin topical can cause hearing loss if used inappropriately. It can cause burning of eyes.